First Watch – American
Sunlight streams through the windows of this vibrant morning retreat, where the air is thick with the aroma of griddled sourdough and freshly squeezed botanicals. Guests linger over colorful carafes of Kale Tonic and Purple Haze while indulging in decadent Strawberry Tres Leches French Toast or the zesty kick of a Chimichurri Steak & Eggs Hash. It is a celebration of the early hours, blending wholesome, farm-fresh ingredients with creative flair to turn the first meal of the day into a bright, sensory awakening.
9176, Covenant Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15237 +14123673447 https://firstwatch.com/locations/mccandless0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at First Watch
Dairy-Free at First Watch
First Watch in Pittsburgh has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes and Avocado Toast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at First Watch
First Watch in Pittsburgh has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at First Watch
First Watch in Pittsburgh has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes, Blueberry Lemon Cornbread and Bob's Red Mill Cheesy Grits. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at First Watch
First Watch in Pittsburgh has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes, Morning Meditation Fresh Juice and Kale Tonic Fresh Juice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at First Watch
First Watch in Pittsburgh has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes, Blueberry Lemon Cornbread and Bob's Red Mill Cheesy Grits. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at First Watch
First Watch in Pittsburgh has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Kale Tonic Fresh Juice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at First Watch
First Watch in Pittsburgh has 11 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Healthy Turkey, Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes and Tri-Fecta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at First Watch
First Watch in Pittsburgh has 3 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes, Kale Tonic Fresh Juice and Project Sunrise Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at First Watch
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chimichurri Steak & Eggs Hash | 27 g | 35.2 g |
| The B.E.C. | 41 g | 26.9 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| Morning Meditation Fresh Juice | 107.1 g | 22.3 g |
| Million Dollar Bacon | 31.6 g | 20.8 g |
| Tri-Fecta | 67.9 g | 18.1 g |
| Kale Tonic Fresh Juice | 59.7 g | 10.6 g |
| Healthy Turkey | 14.3 g | 5.8 g |
| Million Dollar Bloody Mary | 43 g | 5.2 g |
| Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes | 37.6 g | 4.9 g |
| Mint Mocha Iced Coffee | 8.1 g | 4.2 g |
| Purple Haze | 77 g | 2.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Menu
Seasonal
- The B.E.C. - $12.99: Hardwood-smoked bacon, folded cage-free eggs, aged Cheddar, house-pickled sweet peppers and arugula with Calabrian chili aioli and roasted garlic aioli on griddled artisan sourdough bread. Served with lemon-dressed organic mixed greens. Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Chimichurri Steak & Eggs Hash - $15.49: Seared steak, fresh spinach, Cheddar and Monterey Jack, diced red bell peppers and house-roasted onions in a potato hash, topped with two cage-free eggs any style, crumbled Feta cheese, house-pickled sweet peppers, roasted garlic aioli and a drizzle of chimichurri sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Strawberry Tres Leches French Toast - $13.29: Thick-cut, custard-dipped, griddled challah bread, fresh glazed strawberries, warm dulce de leche, whipped cream and spiced gingerbread cookie crumbles. Lightly dusted with powdered cinnamon sugar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Blueberry Lemon Cornbread - $5.99: Freshly baked cornbread with sweet blueberries. Topped with house-whipped lemon butter and lightly dusted with powdered cinnamon sugar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Juice Bar
- Morning Meditation Fresh Juice - $5.49: Orange, lemon, turmeric, organic ginger, agave nectar and beet. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse
- Kale Tonic Fresh Juice - $5.49: Kale, Fuji apple, cucumber and lemon. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Purple Haze - $5.49: Lemon, cane sugar, butterfly pea flower tea and organic ginger.
Classic Favorites
- The Traditional - $11.99: Two cage-free eggs any style with your choice of hardwood smoked bacon, smoked ham or sausage. Served with seasoned potatoes and whole grain artisan toast. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tri-Fecta - $12.49: Two cage-free eggs any style with either a light and airy Belgian waffle or a multigrain pancake. Plus your choice of hardwood smoked bacon, turkey sausage or pork sausage. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
The Healthier Side
- Avocado Toast - $12.29: Thick-cut whole grain artisan toast, fresh smashed avocado, EVOO, lemon and Maldon sea salt. Served with two cage-free basted eggs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Healthy Turkey - $11.79: Egg white omelet with turkey, house-roasted onions, tomatoes, spinach and Feta. Served with whole grain artisan toast and all-natural house preserves. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Project Sunrise Coffee - $3.29: Signature drip coffee roast from Colombia. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Mint Mocha Iced Coffee - $4.99: Cold brew coffee with chocolate and mint flavors. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Honey Caramel Crunch Iced Coffee - $4.99: Cold brew coffee with honey and caramel flavors. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Million Dollar Bloody Mary - $9: Gluten-free vodka, Bloody Mary mix and Million Dollar Bacon. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
Sides
- Million Dollar Bacon - $6.49: Four slices of hardwood-smoked bacon glazed with brown sugar, black pepper, cayenne and maple syrup. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes - $3.49: House-seasoned potatoes. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bob's Red Mill Cheesy Grits - $3.99: Creamy grits with melted cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about First Watch
- Is First Watch dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. First Watch has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes and Avocado Toast.
- What can I eat at First Watch on a dairy-free diet?
- Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes and Avocado Toast carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does First Watch have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fresh, Seasoned Potatoes and Morning Meditation Fresh Juice.
- Is First Watch gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at First Watch?
- Chimichurri Steak & Eggs Hash, at roughly 35.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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